Events we attend
These are examples of some of the many events we attend.
Hadleigh Show - May
Every year Hadleigh Farmers Agricultural Association plan and prepare for the pinnacle event of the year - The Hadleigh Show.
The show is held on the 3rd Saturday in May every year and attracts between 10,000-12,000 visitors.
There are usually more than 150 classes of cattle, sheep, goats and horses on show; over 120 trade stands exhibiting; the Art Exhibition and Sale; Rural Crafts and the popular Flower Tent and the Education Area. The Food Hall showcases the very best of our local food and drink producers and is always very popular.
Scotland in Colchester - June
The first Scotland in Colchester event was organised in 1994 by Lieutenant Colonel Willie Allan on behalf of the London and South East Branch of the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association.
Colchester Borough council have supported and promoted Scotland in Colchester as one of the highlights of their outdoor musical season in Lower Castle Park, a setting that is admirably suited to this family day out. An authentic Scottish atmosphere is created through the additional presence of a Highland dancing contest and displays of Scottish country dancing.
Felixstowe Carnival - July
Head to the seaside town of Felixstowe for a spectacular carnival on the Seafront… Every year this event comes back bigger and better than ever.
s well as the traditional Carnival procession through the town, there are two spectacular Air Displays over the sea on both Saturday and Sunday, featuring aerobatic teams and solo
performers.
Stalls line the prom, alongside live music and entertainment, a craft fair and fireworks.
Suffolk Ride 100 - May
The fabulous backdrop of Framlingham College and Framlingham Castle at the start of the Suffolk Sunrise 100 bike ride is a sight to behold.
Setting off with over 900 riders on this popular charity sportive you will soon be exploring the quiet country lanes of Suffolk which were just made for cycling with little traffic, superb countryside and coastal scenery.
With three route options the Cool 38 mile route is great if you’re a newbie to cycling or if you’ve been out of action for a while. The more challenging Classic 64 mile and Champion at 102 mile routes are ideal if you’re an experienced or regular sportive rider.
Expect a great day in the saddle with the team on this Action Medical Research cycling event with first class support throughout the day. Help us raise vital funds to help sick and disabled babies and children.
The Colchester Medieval Festival & Oyster Fayre Market - June
Colchester’s first History Fayre of the modern era took place in 1989, and commemorated the 800th anniversary of the granting of a Royal Charter to the town in 1189.
Since then the Medieval Fayres have become a tradition, and are now famous as one of the major public events in the Eastern Counties.
The first Oyster Fayre, as an annual, event was in 2003.
Each June we stage a full medieval style fair, with many of the peripheral activities that a major annual event of the period would have offered. It remembers a time when folk from the countryside and neighbouring villages would travel to the ‘Big Fair’ in the town.
The fair is set in the period 15th to 16th century and takes place in Lower Castle Park Colchester.
Suffolk Coast Ride - July
A beautiful Summer day's cycling around the heathland, fields and coast of the Suffolk countryside. Starting and finishing at the elegant Elizabethan mansion of Glemham Hall next to A12, there’s a choice of two scenic routes of 35 & 65 miles. All routes head north through pretty countryside and villages before dividing - the short route then swings east towards Dunwich on the coast, while the longer one continues north to reach Covehithe with its curious ‘Russian Doll’ churches. Following the coast south, the long route rejoins the short route near Dunwich, crossing open heathland back to finish back at Glemham Hall where you will find massage, refreshments, live music and a bar.
Art on the Prom - September
The fourteenth annual Art on the Prom will take place on on the sea front from the pier to the Spa Gardens. Art on the Prom is a free contemporary art fair where professional and hobby artists display and sell original artwork. The beautiful setting adds an extra dimension. In 2016 over 100 artists were featured, covering a wide range of media including painting, ceramics, photography, glass, jewellery and textiles. Photographs of artists’ works will appear on the Studio page of this website. Art on the Prom attracts over 20,000 people. As well as the opportunity to browse or buy original artworks the free art activity tents, which run throughout the day, provide young and old with the chance to have a go at creating their own piece in one of the many media available.
Art on the Prom works with local schools and at the event a display of local children’s artwork is featured . A variety of bands and entertainers perform throughout the day to add to the enjoyment of the occasion. Why not put the date in your diary now!
Splat Quack Go - September
Suffolk’s Quackingly Fun Mud Run with adult obstacle races and family event days. Built for all abilities and all levels. No penalties for skipping obstacles, everyone is here to have a laugh and have fun. Besides getting…well very wet and mucky…you will be jumping over, climbing up, crawling under obstacles, and carrying sand bags. You can run, walk, waddle, or be dragged to the finish line, but we really don’t want to know where you stick your rubber duck.
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